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December Recalls on Children’s Products
Here is a list of December recalls collected from the following major federal agencies: the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the Food and Drug Administration, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
WQED Writing Contest for Children to Kick Off in New Year
WQED’s writing contest for grade school children to submit stories and illustrations will begin in early January.
Resources for January Observances
Various organizations, states, and nations recognize a number of observances each month. Resources help parents, caregivers, and child care professionals acknowledge and navigate them.
Registration Open for NAEYC’s 2025 Public Policy Forum
Registration is now open for the National Association for the Education of Young Children’s (NAEYC) 2025 Public Policy Forum.
Child Mind Institute Releases List of Best Books for Children on Mental Health
The Child Mind Institute has compiled a list of books about mental health and learning challenges for children that has been broken down by topic.
PA Promise for Children Releases Booklist on Riding in the Car or Bus
Pennsylvania’s Promise for Children has released a list of 10 books for children that revolve around riding in a car or bus.
Professional Development Institute to Offer Series on Awe in Nature for Early Childhood Settings
Early childhood professionals can take part in an upcoming seven-part series offered by the Professional Development Institute (PDII) program focused on exploring awe in nature in the early childhood setting.
ECE PDO Encourages Applying for Winter and Spring Coursework Opportunities
The Early Childhood Education Professional Development Organization (ECE PDO) is encouraging those seeking funded credit and credential coursework to apply for winter and spring coursework opportunities.
OCDEL Announces Update to Health and Safety Pre-Service Training and PD Requirements
The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) has announced updates to health and safety pre-service training and professional development requirements.